Now we're talking.... running

Ok, so the temp has dropped and it was a beautiful morning.  So, I wasn't so overdressed.  But, holy batman people, I had no idea I would sweat so much running.  It was 25 Degrees F when I started this morning and I had three layers.... Poly runner's tank, long sleeve cotton T and a lightweight down jacket.  I switched to a fleece headband that is a little tighter to my head and kept my fuzzy mittens.  I took the mittens off about half way on my route and unzipped the jacket.  I was still drenched when I came in!!!

I had my longest run yet.  3 miles in 35 minutes.  I'm pretty pumped!!!  I had to walk the last five minutes because somewhere in the middle of the run I must have been feeling pretty good and kicked up my pace... too fast!

So, for metrics so far I find pace and having a GPS for distance is the most important to me right now.  I just want to know how fast I'm going (to slow down!) and how far I've run.  I'm using Run Keeper through my phone and really like the updates and ques it gives me in the prepackaged workouts I'm doing right now.  Here was today's run. I've also signed up for a beginner running class through an independent business in town, CORE.  This should keep me motivated when the mornings aren't as nice as today and I just can't see myself getting up to run in the middle of winter yet.